Senior Data Scientist - Commercial Drug Process Development

Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission-to serve patients living with serious illnesses-drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Data Scientist - Commercial Drug Process Development


What you will do
Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will provide technical and project leadership while integrating information generated by cross functional teams in the advancement of digital systems and applied data science at Amgen. Responsibilities include:

• Utilize advanced IS systems to improve drug product design by advancing data availability, leveraging historical information, analyzing large data sets, and performing statistical analysis.
• Execute high priority objectives supporting the advancement of Drug Product Technologies' Digital Lab infrastructure.
• Work with lab staff to identify and implement digital opportunities.
• Provide guidance and training of Drug Product Technology staff in the application of Data Science tools.
• Represent functional area requirements for digital platform development in support of laboratory data systems.
• Engage management in digital projects through progress reports and presentations
• Act as a critical member of global cross-functional teams working effectively in a highly matrixed environment to drive change, increase efficiency, and foster strong relationships.
• Author and review guideline documents, technical protocols, reports, procedures, and support responses to regulatory questions and audits in the context of digital systems.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.

What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Data Science professional we seek is a collaborative partner with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Science Technology experience OR
• Associate's degree and 8 years of Science Technology experience OR
• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of Science Technology experience OR
• Master's degree and 2 years of Science Technology experience OR
• Doctorate degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broad data science skill sets (e.g. statistics, advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML))
• Demonstrated software development and/or software engineering skills
• Coding experience in Python, R, and/or SQL preferred.
• Expertise in development of complex reporting solutions from data wrangling to final visualizations
• Familiarity with unit operations for oral and/or parenteral manufacturing (e.g. filling, filtration, mixing, etc.), specific scale-down model development, characterization, and scale-up
• Familiarity with standard pharmaceutical laboratory testing techniques/equipment (e.g. HPLC)
• Experience in electronic lab notebook systems
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic to bring transformative digitalization to the scientific community
• Strong problem solving and effective cross-functional communication skills
• Exceptional analytical abilities, including systems and design thinking
• Exceptional ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment

What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

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Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.


As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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